Gospel Readings for Easter Week

EASTER WEEK GOSPELS

The Resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ is too great of an event to celebrate for only one day!Following the Jewish practice of celebrating the Passover for eight days (an “octave”), the early Church celebrated Easter in high gear for an entire week.One great way for us to continue this tradition is to read a different resurrection Scripture each day of Easter week and attend the Eucharist daily, or at least on as many days during the Easter octave as we can.

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"I Believe" - The Heart of Catholic Faith

by: Marcellino D'Ambrosio, Ph.D.

Have you ever looked for a joyful, confident proclamation of the Easter faith of the Church? How about an explanation of the events of Holy Week and Easter that answers touch questions like:

Why did Jesus have to die?

Why does the creed say "he descended into hell?"

What was Jesus' risen body like? What will ours be like?

How is Christian faith different from just "believing in God?"

In this dynamic, four-part series on the Creed, Dr. D'Ambrosio will not only strengthen your Easter faith, but will give you the tools to explain and defend it.

"I Believe" follows the outline of the Nicene Creed, but don't be mistaken--it is far from a stodgy or academic presentation of tenets and beliefs! Full of enlightening metaphors and colorful anecdotes, "I Believe" leads its audience not only to clearer understanding of the faith, but a deeper love relationship with God the Father, Son, and Spirit. "I Believe," available in either audio or video format, is perfect either for teens or adults, for individual study, or use by RCIA/Adult Faith sharing groups.